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Shop 5, 13-19 Dayboro Road, Petrie QLD 4502
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Owner Review Summary
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👍What Pet Owners Praised
Owners consistently praised the friendly, compassionate team who treat pets like family and communicate clearly, with detailed explanations and follow‑up calls. Vets were described as knowledgeable and thorough, helping in urgent situations and often fitting pets in the same day. Many noted fair pricing without unnecessary add‑ons, and a bright, clean clinic environment, with strong loyalty over many years and frequent recommendations.
💬Common Feedback & Suggestions
Reviews are overwhelmingly positive, though a few owners reported availability issues such as being told the clinic was too busy, a long unattended wait at reception, or being turned away during an emergency, so pre‑booking is wise. A small number mentioned clinical concerns (one misdiagnosis and one inappropriate cast) and occasional brusque communication or limited empathy around difficult moments. One reviewer raised affordability concerns for pensioners, and another was confused by a precautionary cone during an exam.
🏥Clinic Specialties
- Emergency care and urgent fit-ins
- Desexing and microchipping
- End-of-life and euthanasia support
- Puppy preschool and new pet guidance
- Routine pet surgery
- Second opinions and specialist referrals
🏷️Keywords
#compassionateCare#friendlyStaff#clearCommunication#followUpCalls#knowledgeableVets#thoroughExams#emergencyFitIns#fairPricing#notOvercharging#cleanClinic#longTermLoyalty#highlyRecommended#bookedOutAtTimes#emergencyTriageIssues#misdiagnosisConcerns#frontDeskIssues
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🐾Tips for Pet Owners
- Pre‑book routine appointments as they can book out.
- For urgent problems, call ahead—reviews show they often fit pets in quickly when they can.
- Ask for phone updates and a written report after visits or procedures; reviewers found these very helpful.
- Discuss estimates and treatment options up‑front if you’re budget‑conscious, as many felt pricing was fair and not padded.
- Bring your pet’s medication list and any prior records, and request copies early if you’ll need them for your files.
Other areas this clinic treats
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Conditions commonly treated here
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Abortion, Spontaneous (Early Pregnancy Loss)-Cats
Abortion, Spontaneous (Early Pregnancy Loss)-Dogs
Abortion, Termination of Pregnancy
Breeding, Timing
Cryptorchidism
Eclampsia
Contact
Opening Hours
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Hours notice
Actual hours may change on public holidays or unexpected situations. Please call ahead to confirm before visiting.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Frenchs Forest Veterinary Surgery is in Petrie, Brisbane, with the address listed as 175-181 Deception Bay Rd, Deception Bay QLD 4508. The closest public transport is Petrie train station, about a 26‑minute walk (approximately 2.1 km); given the distance, driving or catching a bus planned via Google Maps is usually easier. Street parking is typically available near the clinic—please check local signage before you park.
They’re open Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, and closed on Saturdays and Sundays.
You can contact the clinic on (07) 3285 5050 or via their website at http://www.frenchsforestvets.com.au/.
Book by calling the clinic or visit their website to enquire; for routine care, pre‑book as they can book out at times.
Veterinary fees in Australia aren’t regulated and vary by clinic and case, and Medicare doesn’t cover pets. Call the clinic for a current consultation quote and ask for an itemised written estimate for any procedure. If you need after‑hours emergency care, be aware fees are typically higher. Consider whether pet insurance or third‑party payment‑plan options might help with costs.
Australian vet clinics commonly accept EFTPOS, Visa/Mastercard and tap‑and‑go (Apple Pay/Google Pay), and some may support pet‑insurance gap claims or payment plans; please call ahead to confirm what this clinic accepts.
The team helps with urgent cases and often fits pets in promptly during opening hours, but they are closed on weekends and no after‑hours availability is listed. For after‑hours emergencies, call to check advice or head to a 24/7 emergency hospital.
Street parking is typically available near the clinic, and no nearby paid car park was identified—please check local signage and allow a little extra time to park.
Services highlighted include emergency care and urgent fit‑ins, desexing and microchipping, end‑of‑life and euthanasia support, puppy preschool and new‑pet guidance, routine pet surgery, and second opinions with specialist referrals as needed.
Pet owners rate the clinic highly at 4.6/5 from 141 reviews, praising friendly, compassionate staff, clear communication with follow‑up calls, knowledgeable vets, fair pricing without unnecessary add‑ons, and a bright, clean clinic. Some noted occasional availability issues (being booked out or long waits) and a few isolated clinical or communication concerns, so pre‑booking is recommended for routine visits.
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Last updated: 30 June 2026